And the Stack Grows

My first book will officially be 6 years old in two weeks. November 1, 2017 was when An Unexpected Legacy was "birthed." If you had told me back then that I would be able to have 12 more books release over the next six years, I would've thought you were crazy. That's an average of two books a year. And when I got started, they were coming out about every year and a half.
But whether I'd believe it or not, number 13 releases tomorrow. Not only that, but it's my first full-length Christmas novel. A trope I didn't think I'd ever want to write.
Come to think of it, I've done several things I didn't think I would write a series. But I enjoyed my roadtrip trilogy and have another series in my head. Just need to find time to write three more novels to go with the first.
​And now, a Christmas novel.

This isn't the first Christmas story I've written. I had a novella come out several years ago in the Candy Cane Wishes and Saltwater Dreams collection. That was my first taste of setting a story solely at the holidays. And I discovered how fun that was.
But a whole novel? How would that work?
Well, good news. I don't know if you noticed, but the Christmas season seems to get longer every year. Needless to say, starting it at Black Friday would be considered Christmas, but also give me a whole month to fit a story. Perfect.
Much can happen in a month. Especially when the characters are forced to be together while revitalizing a toy store. I had a lot of fun with this one, and I hope you're going to love it just as much. I can't wait for you to dive into Nick and Trudy's romance.
What do you think? Are you glad I broke my promise to never write a Christmas novel? How many of my 13 novels have you read so far?

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Today is the last day to be able to pre-order my kindle version for a dollar less. The price goes up tomorrow! Have you already pre-ordered?
Also, my publisher has shared the first three chapters of my novel so you can get a sneak peek before buying. Can't wait to dive in? Here's your chance to read ahead!

​Trudy McNamara doesn’t do Christmas anymore. But she will do anything for her nephew Mark, even take him to visit Santa. After Dad died and the holiday bucket lists stopped, December hasn’t been the same. But Trudy finds herself tangled up with the toy store Santa and Christmas when she discovers her mom … dated Santa.
Nick Russo, manager of Russos’ Toy Emporium, is at a loss as to how to save his family’s store. When Uncle Paul, the Santa and part-owner, hires Trudy to revamp their store, Nick’s life turns upside down. He’s been so focused on the numbers, the Christmas season has become nothing more than one last drive for sales. But Trudy makes him re-evaluate his attitude as well as want to help hers.
Can two holiday-haters renew their love for the season … and more?

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